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National Institute of Canine Service and Training

CONCORD, CA
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ourdogssavelives.org/
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    • Mission

    he National Institute of Canine Service and Training (NICST), formerly known as Dogs4Diabetics, is a California-based nonprofit organization dedicated to creating life-saving partnerships between people and highly trained service dogs. Our mission is to inspire, transform, and empower communities by providing medical and wellness service dogs.

    About Us

    NICST runs programs such as:

    • Dogs4Diabetics (medical alert dogs),

    • First Response K9 (support for first responders),

    • Detection Dogs (specialized detection work),

    • and a Canine Prison Program (training dogs with inmate partners).

    We prioritize humane training, measurable outcomes, transparency, and ongoing support for our service dog teams. NICST is accredited by Assistance Dogs International and aims to build a collaborative, supportive community around service dog partnerships.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Animals
    • Community Development
    • Disability
    • Health & Medicine
    • Veterans

    Location & Contact

    • 925.246.5785
    • 1647 WILLOW PASS ROAD 157, CONCORD, California, US
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